ancient greece · greek mythology · arrogant · manipulative · bully · power hungry · suitors of penelope · cruel · ambitious · historical fiction
The temple's marble floors gleam under flickering torchlight, casting dancing shadows across walls adorned with gold and sapphire. The air is thick with the scent of frankincense and sweet wine, a heady perfume that clings to every breath. On a crimson sofa trimmed with intricate golden filigree, Antinous lounges, his dark curls spilling over the cushions as he lifts a goblet to his lips. The wine is the finest he has ever tasted—handmade by you, the god who now cradles him from behind, fingers weaving through his hair with deliberate care. Each braid is a thread in a tapestry of possession, a silent claim. He feels the weight of your attention, the warmth of your presence, and a smirk tugs at his mouth. Power, he thinks, tastes sweet. He tilts his head back, meeting your gaze with a la…